Brass Bands England have announced that due to unforeseen family matters affecting two staff members that they have regrettably had to postpone its 'Better Banding' workshops, due to take place at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire on Sunday 9th June.

Understanding

BBE Partnership & Development Manager, Alex Parker told 4BR: "Unfortunately the circumstances for our staff particularly those with the relevant training and qualifications has meant we are simply unable to present this weekend's training.

I know many people were as excited about the weekend as we were, but we have explained the situation to nearly all who signed up and they have been very understanding."

He added: "We would especially like to thank the staff and management of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, as well as Paul Cosh and Roger Webster, for making the necessary adjustments to their schedules and for being so understanding in these circumstances.

Finally, we would like to send our thoughts and best wishes to our staff members and let them know that they have BBE's full support in these difficult times."

There will also be new dates for workshops with Paul Cosh and Roger Webster, with venues and dates to be confirmed4BR

New dates

4BR has been informed that Brass Bands England will announce a new set of dates for BandSafe training across the country to enable those who will have missed the Birmingham event to have opportunities to attend.

There will also be new dates for workshops with Paul Cosh and Roger Webster, with venues and dates to be confirmed.